Art

Grade 2

Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2013

12 standards
  • Foundations: observation and perception (1)
    • 2.ART.1.A

      Compare and contrast variations in objects and subjects from the environment using the senses.

    • 2.ART.1.B

      Identify the elements of art, including line, shape, color, texture, form, and space, and the principles of design, including emphasis, repetition/pattern, movement/rhythm, and balance.

  • Creative expression (2)
    • 2.ART.2.A

      Express ideas and feelings in personal artworks using a variety of lines, shapes, colors, textures, forms, and space.

    • 2.ART.2.B

      Create compositions using the elements of art and principles of design.

    • 2.ART.2.C

      Identify and practice skills necessary for producing drawings, paintings, prints, constructions, and sculpture, including modeled forms, using a variety of materials.

  • Historical and cultural relevance (3)
    • 2.ART.3.A

      Interpret stories, content, and meanings in a variety of artworks.

    • 2.ART.3.B

      Examine historical and contemporary artworks created by men and women, making connections to various cultures.

    • 2.ART.3.C

      Analyze how art affects everyday life and is connected to jobs in art and design.

    • 2.ART.3.D

      Relate visual art concepts to other disciplines.

  • Critical evaluation and response (4)
    • 2.ART.4.A

      Support reasons for preferences in personal artworks.

    • 2.ART.4.B

      Compare and contrast ideas found in collections such as real or virtual art museums, galleries, portfolios, or exhibitions using original artworks created by artists or peers.

    • 2.ART.4.C

      Compile collections of artwork such as physical artwork, electronic images, sketchbooks, or portfolios for the purposes of self evaluations or exhibitions.